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Attached is a document describing what a D and C is. It would be nice if you let us know if you benefitted from this information or not. A simple thank you is OK too.
read the attached document by just clicking on it twice and it will open.

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We don't spend our time on this forum for nothing, and we do like to know if we helped or not, instead of being ignored... so doubleclick on the document in post 17, thanks.
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Originally Posted by millie

Is it normal to have large blood clots during the heaviest
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Yup, that's normal. If you don't want to have cramps or stomach pains, try drinking 1/3 of a bottle/can of beer. Pilsen. Don't drink more, it might get to be very heavy

I have the same problem. I've been worried about it for some time now, but it's nothing new for me. I get very large clots, feel them passing - just as many of you have stated. The other issue I have is that I bleed for anywhere from 2-4 weeks at a time, not always heavy, but it's been this way for as long as I can remember... I would like to go see a doctor about it but I don't have health insurance.

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Before I gave birth to my son (he's 2) my period's were normal and came like clockwork. Since then, my period's slowly started getting heavier and heavier. Now I bleed really big clot's. They are golf ball size and a few were somewhat bigger. I was on a 28 day cycle but it has moved to a 24 and sometimes a 20 day cycle. I have had enough and have made up my mind to have a D&C this weekend. I am dreading this, so I am looking for another solution. Does anyone out there have any?????? If not I am climbing on the table of dread!!!!

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I had a shortened cycle throughout the whole of 2005. I would have a bleed every 2 week or so. It wasn't until Nov 05 that my GP referred me to an obgyn. I had a pipelle test & a pelvic ultrasound. The ultrasound revealed my problem as I had an endometrial polyp & fibroids. Just prior to surgery, I also passed some huge blood clots that were freaky. I think the safest thing for you to do is to get a pelvic ultrasound to rule out any polyps or fibroids.

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I have the same problem. I've been worried about it for some time now, but it's nothing new for me. I get very large clots, feel them passing - just as many of you have stated. The other issue I have is that I bleed for anywhere from 2-4 weeks at a time, not always heavy, but it's been this way for as long as I can remember... I would like to go see a doctor about it but I don't have health insurance.

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I know life is not always what we would like it to be, but if you have a goal in life, you also need a healthy body with which to achieve it. Instead of a few luxuries in the home for a few months, curtail those purchases and invest your money in your body and at least get a OB/GYN Checkup. It's the only body you have and it will keep you in good shape if you take good care of it. Unfortunately there is no way of diagnosing any ailment through online forums or chatrooms yet, just in telemedicine and you need to be a patient for that.
I'm enclosing a document on menstruation that you can double click and read and see if it applies to you. Again, please consider seeing a doctor, though. Good luck, and please keep us posted.

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Originally Posted by millie

Is it normal to have large blood clots during the heaviest
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Hi millie, I am going through same thing, been to docs told me it's the start of change, its hell though, every 15 days.

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hi millie, i am going through same thing, been to docs told me its the start of change, its hell though, every 15 days.

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Depending on your age, and if you have a good doctor, you should be receiveing hormones to help you. Every 15 days, in my opinion, is not normal. I would seek a second opinion.
Try the following online site and see if you can get some reassurance and answers. Good luck, and keep us posted.

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Depending on your age, and if you have a good doctor, you should be receiveing hormones to help you. Every 15 days, in my opinion, is not normal. I would seek a second opinion.
Try the following online site and see if you can get some reassurance and answers. Good luck, and keep us posted.

http://www.obgyn.net/meno/meno.asp


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Thanks Chery, the information you sent was helpful, I am 46yrs, and I will go to the doctors once I return to Ireland. I personally think it could be fibroids!
Cheers ;)

At that age, it could be fibroids, myomata, and/or menopause. I got mine when I was 42, but still did not have the clots. Good luck with the doctor and keep us posted. P.S. Don't forget to get your regular papsmear too. Your body is the only one you have and you need to take care of it.

You should see your doctor if it will ease your mind, but I know I had and still have that same problem... I can feel them and at times it is as if I am dropping a kid out or something (sorry so blunt), but my doctor said that it is NOT abnormal to do this.. Seems I have had this happening more since I've gotten older... so do what will make you feel at ease :)

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Is it normal to have large blood clots during the heaviest
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Yes this is normal. But if your concerned its always advisable to have your physican perform a ultrasound test to make sure everything is OK. But honestly, clotting usually occurs during the heaviest time of ones period so its nothing to worry about.

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Originally Posted by Angel_eyes_62580

Only you can really answer that question. If large blood clots happen with all your period and it's something that did not just start, then it could be normal. If its something that had never happen before and and just suddenly happen then there could be reason for concern. If it is abnormal for you then I would suggest getting seen by a doctor, for heavy bleeding with blood clots could possible be signs of health problems. Good luck and keep us posted. :)

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Well I'm not sure about me, I'm 13 going to be 14 in October. I started bleeding heavily on my period and a lot of big blood clots keep coming out, in less then an hour I have gone through about 4 pads maybe. I don't know if that I noral or not this is te first time it has happened to me but yesterday was the second day of my period but the first day I stated bleeding a lot and when the big clots started coming out. Help! :confused: :(

Im 25. I have had 2 kids and 1 miscarriage. I have always had bad periods but none like the ones I started having last year. This past year has been hell. It only takes 30 min to go through 1 super plus Tampax pearl. I have used 2 at 1 time with a pad and still bleed straight through. I have sharp lower abdominal pain and sharp lower back pain. I bleed clots that's it clots in the shower when Im using the rest room. There huge they started like golf ball sized and now its more like 4-5 gold ball size at 1 time. My husband poor man I had to show him because I don't think he realized how much pain I was in. But he saw me go through 3 tampons and change of clothing within 1 hr. So he was like do I need to take you to the er. I was like no this happens every month. I don't think this is normal. Im getting on insurance next week. I haven't been to a doctor in 4 years because of no insurance. But I feel your pain your life is built around your period at least for the first 3 days. Hope you get help Im going to Im not going to live with this anymore it hurts and its FREAKY!!

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I noticed as I got older that my periods were shorter in length (went from 7 days to 5 days) but that the clots became much bigger. Usually the second day is the day from hell and I'm afraid to be away from a bathroom for more than an hour or two. My doctor said that this is completely normal. Also, the exact same thing has happened to all of my friends. I had a D&C and it made no difference.

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Oh man. I'm 16.. I started when I was 10 and since then I have had really bad and painful blood clots. The second and third day are the worst. I had anemia when I was 10 but I don't know about know. Could I have cervical cancer?

I'm 17 and yesterday when I got my period (I've had it since I was 11) I had such bad stomach cramps that I passed out from the pain. They put me on the pill and today I've had quite a few big-ish blood clots. I think it may be from the pill but that seems a bit strange since I have only taken one so far. But it also may be just a really bad period. I got blood tested for anaemia today.

Like you I get clotting but My iron is fine.. When I donated platelets on a regular basis my period seemed to have less clotting and less cramping. Maybe I should try this

If your gynecologist says it is normal to have blood clots I would see another dr. it is fairly common, but not normal! There are things that can be done to help with this because it can be hard to function in your daily life with this. If it really is a problem for you go see a dr.

I have that same problem. Tonight I had blood oozing down my leg. I had to run inside and the blood clots were horrible. Normally I have heavy periods anyway but I'm also anemic and have low hemoglobin. I guess now I can tell the doctor why. My periods are just awful. So I understand how you feel. It sucks. But definitely tell your doctor if you're concerned. It's better safe than sorry I always say.

Blood Clots are normal for the first few days of the cycle. If you look it up blood clots is only the unfertilized egg coming out in large pieces. So don't be nervous unless you have a history of problems regarding your period or you have a painful period